Posted to News on 9th Feb 2010, 07:21
New SOLARLOK connector latch locking collar
Tyco Electronics is launching a new SOLARLOK connector latch locking collar for use with its SOLARLOK range of cable connectors. This can be applied to mated connectors to prevent inadvertent or accidental disconnection by covering the release mechanism. However, the collar still permits tooled extraction, requiring only a small flathead screwdriver to be inserted into a slot in the collar for release.
Made of a rugged, durable plastic (UV rated to F-1), the connector latch locking collars meet NEC 2008 Article 690.33(c) requirements plus the recommendations of the 2008 National Electrical Code, section 609, for positive-locking protection with tooled extraction. The collar also meets UL 1741 photovoltaic requirements as a photovoltaic connector accessory to the SOLARLOK connector product line.
The locking collar is designed for exposed mated cable couplers and will be required in any accessible photovoltaic location in the USA where mated cable connectors are exposed, including wire-to-wire applications and wire-to-junction box applications where connectorised boxes are used.
SOLARLOK connectors are used in solar panel arrays and other photovoltaic applications.
For more information on Tyco Electronics' SOLARLOK connector latch locking collar, contact your local Tyco Electronics sales representative, call Tyco Electronics' Product Information Centre on +44 (0)800 267 666, or visit www.te.com/support-center/.
